Flavanone
Flavanone is a flavonoid found in many plant sources. Flavanones exhibit anticancer, antimicrobial, antioxidative, and anti-angiogenic activities. The basic structure of flavanone itself inhibits proliferation of tumor cells.
References PubMed ID::http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18923514
Cas No. |
487-26-3 |
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Purity |
≥98% |
Formula |
C15H12O2 |
Formula Wt. |
224.25 |
IUPAC Name |
2-phenyl-2,3-dihydrochromen-4-one |
Synonym |
2,3-Dihydroflavone |
Melting Point |
76-78°C |
Appearance |
White to off white powder |
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